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What a sunny van Gogh painting of ‘The Sower’ tells us about Pope Leo’s message of hope
What a sunny van Gogh painting of ‘The Sower’ tells us about Pope Leo’s message of hope Pope Leo XIV referred to Vincent van Gogh’s painting “Sower at Sunset” as a symbol of hope during his first general audience in Rome, highlighting its connection to Christ’s Parable of the Sower. The painting, created in 1888, […]
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What ‘The White Lotus’ gets wrong about the meaning and goals of common Buddhist practices
What ‘The White Lotus’ gets wrong about the meaning and goals of common Buddhist practices Thai men can be ordained from a few days to the rest of their lives. Pakin Songmor/Moment via Getty Images The new season of “The White Lotus” is set on a luxury resort on the Thai island of Koh Samui. […]
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How Japanese anime draws on religious traditions to explore themes of destiny, sacrifice and the struggle between desire and duty
How Japanese anime draws on religious traditions to explore themes of destiny, sacrifice and the struggle between desire and duty Kyojuro Rengoku, also known as the Flame Hashira, is a central character in the 'Demon Slayer' series. Deviant Art, CC BY-ND I have spent years studying and teaching Japanese anime, exploring how its narratives intertwine […]
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